I built a natural language health and nutrition journal for Telegram and SMS, but once it was working I didn't want to use it. I'm not convinced that keeping a

I built a natural language health and nutrition journal for Telegram and SMS, but once it was working I didn't want to use it. I'm not convinced that keeping a meticulous log solves a real problem. Loosely structured journaling is definitely good, but not because of the data it encodes; it's benefit is the self-awareness that arises from putting thoughts and observations down in writing. I think software people over-estimate the usefulness of software for guiding personal decisions and behaviors. There are far better ways to gain insight and control over your impulses and habits, ex. meditation, conversations with a friend, a skilled coach, community involvement, reading books... The one exception might be medical. Biometric logging could improve medical insights, but that carries a big vulnerability to exploits on that data.